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How Diabetes Affects the Retina
Posted on January 30, 2026 by Schwartz Laser - Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetes has well-documented effects on multiple organ systems, including the eyes. One of the most significant ocular concerns is the impact of elevated blood glucose on the retina, the light-sensitive tissue that processes visual information. At Schwartz Laser Eye Center, serving Scottsdale, Glendale, and Mesa, AZ, our talented ophthalmologists and optometrists evaluate retinal health with advanced imaging technology.… Read more »
Early Signs of Diabetic Retinopathy: What Subtle Vision Changes Could Mean
Posted on April 30, 2025 by Schwartz Laser - Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes that progresses gradually. Early diagnosis and timely management are critical in helping preserve vision. At Schwartz Laser Eye Center, serving patients in Scottsdale, Glendale, and Mesa, AZ, our team of ophthalmologists and experienced optometrists provides comprehensive diabetic eye care supported by advanced diagnostic technology. The Onset of Diabetic Retinopathy Diabetic… Read more »
Diabetic Eye Diseases: Understanding the Connection Between Diabetes and Healthy Eye Function
Posted on December 31, 2023 by Schwartz Laser - Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetes is a disease characterized by blood sugar levels that are too high. As time progresses, these high sugar levels can damage the delicate blood vessels within the eye, leading to serious eye conditions that can threaten the health of the eyes. It is important for patients to be aware of the connection between diabetes… Read more »
Why Patients with Diabetes Need Regular Eye Exams
Posted on August 22, 2022 by Schwartz Laser - Diabetic Retinopathy
While most people with diabetes understand the importance of maintaining a relationship with a physician who can monitor them for other risk factors like high blood pressure and heart disease, not as many know that having an eye doctor they trust and visit regularly is just as vital. Diabetics have increased odds of developing serious… Read more »
